Luke Barden
Summary
Manufacturing associate with a background in cGMP documentation, as well as both upstream and downstream processes. Committed to maintaining high-quality standards and effective inventory management. Proven ability to be flexible by working in all areas of production.
Overview
1
1
year of professional experience
Work History
Manufacturing Production Associate
Organogenesis
Smithfield
09.2025 - 06.2026
- Performed manufacturing tasks in accordance with SOPs in ISO 7 and ISO 8 environments.
- Followed safety protocols while operating equipment or handling hazardous materials.
- Reported defective products to supervisors for further investigation.
- Knowledge and experience of using proper aseptic technique in Bio-Safety Cabinets.
- Monitored inventory levels and restocked materials as needed.
- Operated production machinery to assemble medical devices efficiently.
- Experience in both downstream and upstream processes.
- Documented cGMP data into batch records during production.
Research Intern
Dr. Jodi Camberg
North Kingstown
02.2025 - 05.2025
- Conducted research on incompletely characterized cell division proteins in E. coli alongside Dr. Jodi Camberg during Spring 2025 semester at the University of Rhode Island.
- Utilized phage transduction and transformation techniques to facilitate host DNA transfer to recipient cells, contributing to genetic analysis.
- Confirmed successful DNA transfer through LB + kanamycin plates, ensuring effective selection of transformants.
- Evaluated morphology and fluorescent-tagged FtsZ localization of transformants using microscopy, enhancing understanding of protein localization.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Cell And Molecular Biology
University of Rhode Island
Kingston, RI05-2025
Skills
- Aseptic technique
- cGMP documentation
- Batch record review
- Equipment operation
- Media Preparation
- Inventory management
- Microscopy techniques
- Team collaboration
- Effective communication
Timeline
Manufacturing Production Associate
Organogenesis
09.2025 - 06.2026
Research Intern
Dr. Jodi Camberg
02.2025 - 05.2025
Bachelor of Science - Cell And Molecular Biology
University of Rhode Island